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Recent Examples of Synonyms for takes (away)
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This is a highly-competitive event that eliminates the slowest drivers and determines placement for the third round, where the remaining athletes race for pole position (the front starting spot on the grid).—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
17 Oct. 2025 -
This removal process eliminates the need for harsh cleaning solutions and chemicals.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Regular cleaning removes stains, preserves air quality, and helps your rugs last longer.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
19 Oct. 2025
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The bill also removes exemptions for people experiencing homelessness and veterans.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Oct. 2025
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“Takes (away).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/takes%20%28away%29. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.
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